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Welcoming a new pet into your home is exciting but can also be a lot of work. The trip home with your new furry friend is not the time to run to the pet store for toys, food, and treats. It's essential to have all the necessary supplies ready before your new family...

In honor of Responsible Dog Ownership Month, ensure you are keeping your dog happy and healthy. Follow these six tips to ensure you are a conscientious and attentive pup owner.   #1: Take your dog for regular wellness visits Your dog should be evaluated by our...

Cats are notoriously stoic animals, making it hard to recognize when they're in pain. Here are subtle pain cues to look out for in your feline friend.   Your cat’s activity level Pain can affect your cat’s ability to maintain its usual activity level. The changes...

Questions About Your Pet’s Vaccines? We Have Answers. Here at Bristol County Veterinary Hospital, we want to educate you about the importance of pet vaccinations and how critical they are to your pet’s health.   How do vaccines protect my pet? Your pet’s immune...

Spring and summer are prime allergy seasons for you and your furry pal. But, while you sniffle and sneeze your way through these months, your pet does not experience the same symptoms. While the mechanism for allergies is the same—the body’s immune system overreacts...

As a pet owner, you want to protect your furry friend from the dangers of heatstroke while enjoying the summer sun. While you could place them in front of a fan in your air-conditioned home all summer, you are encouraged to still go outside to play and exercise but...

There are many reasons the pet world fears the 4th of July. There are explosions going off in the sky, gastrointestinal and fire hazards around yummy-smelling foods, and sizzling hot weather that can be dangerous for your furry pal. Turn your July 4th celebration into...

It's almost that time of year again! While it may be enjoyable for many, your pet may not have been one of those people.  If last year’s July Fourth festivities turned your poor pet into a quivering wreck of anxiety and fear, begin desensitizing your furry pal to...

Many animal health experts agree that cats are safest when kept indoors. But, without properly enriched indoor environments, cats become increasingly bored and are likely to gain unhealthy amounts of weight. A 2016 Association for Pet Obesity Prevention clinical...

Many pet owners are unsure exactly how microchips work or how they can help their furry friend. Our team is here to help clear up some of the confusion about this important device!   Myth: My pet needs to be sedated for a microchip Truth: Although we may...